A List Of Things To Gift To Your Parents That They’ll Actually Want

Nov 23

For the people that never want anything, we got you.

Layla Kapok

Promising Review: “After spending so much on various pillows, including a well known pillow that is mine 😉...I decided I had nothing to lose with the 120 day guarantee. I've been using this pillow for almost 3 weeks and I wake up so refreshed and without neck pain.” — April F.

Editor’s Thoughts: The Layla Kapok memory foam pillow is one cool pillow, literally as well, using CuTEC copper infused fibers to naturally pull body heat away, while helping remove and replenish dead skin cells. The Kapok had just the right amount of firmness, while naturally having a supportive, plush feel. In terms of comfort, the Kapok is one above the rest, capable or providing both restorative support and airy comfort.

Get it on Layla’s website for $99

2. Einova Wireless Charging Stones

Promising Review: “When I learned of this product I knew I had to have one (or more). I really like unique, products, something I can put on my desk that is useful but that some one entering my office will look at and comment on. Ding, this does the trick. It's very attractive, and natural looking, holes in the stone, different colors in the rock. Even better it charges my phone fast. And the cord is very well made, it's even attractive, much nicer than white or black plastic. The bottom is covered in a nice felt that won't scratch my desk, and it's got enough heft to stay where it's put. I could not be happier with my new acquisition.” — Tcubed

Editor’s Thoughts: The Einova charging stones allows you to powerup in style, with its marble base pad. Compatible with all Qi-enabled devices the Einova stone has fast-charging up to 10W. Its minimalistic design is beautiful, with available base choices of marble, travertine, sandstone or lavastone.

Get it on Einova for $59.99

3. Urbanista London Wireless Earbuds

Promising Review: “These are great ear pods, really happy with the sound quality. They fit perfectly and great to have different sized buds as well.” — Scott E.

Editor’s Thoughts: For those of us with the latest and greatest smartphones, we definitely need something that keeps up with the trends. The Urbanista London is the perfect item for that. It boasts active noise cancellation and in-ear detection, which allows music to pause automatically if you remove an earbud or autoplay when you put it back in. This is a must have for anyone who is on the go or needs convenience. One of the most crisp sounds coming out of any bluetooth device — there is no complaints anywhere on the board for us. It's great for taking calls as well, with voice calls sounding much better than most other bluetooth ear pieces on the market.

Get it on Urbanista for $149

4. Cushion Lab Cervical Pillow

Promising Review: “I waited to write this review until after a few weeks passed just to make sure that the pillow actually made a difference in my sleep comfort, and I can honestly say this pillow alone has erased ALL of my neck pain! Even though I have a memory foam bed, because of my broad shoulders I always woke up with a stiff neck. No longer!” — Douglas P.

Editor’s Thoughts: The cervical pillow has been specifically shaped by ergonomists, designed to cradle the head while stretching the neck, resulting in one of the most relieving sleep positions I've had to date. With the cervical pillow, I've begun looking forward to sleep, and is a great solution for those with chronic neck pain.

Get it on Cushion Lab for $65 (Black Friday Savings!)

5. Züm Forged Knives

Promising Review: “This is my first nice knife set, it is very nice, heavy weight, cuts great, would buy again. The stand comes apart for easy cleaning and is very heavy weight.” — Nalajama

Editor’s Thoughts: The Züm Forged Block Knife set is a beautiful collection for anyone who wants to start fresh with their cutlery. With a magnetic board, it safely can store your knives away while looking like a piece of art in your kitchen. The knives themselves are above all, with an incredible heft to the handle that makes it easy to grip and manuever, all while having razor sharp edges for an easy cutting experience. Everything feels like cutting into butter!

Get it on Amazon for $176.72

6. Zyliss Twist & Seal

Editor’s Thoughts: The Zyliss Twist & Seal containers are an amazing storage solution for your countertop and pantry. BPA-free, these airtight lockable containers also have an extra-strong silicone seal to keep out the moisture. It also features rounded edges for easy pouring of your favorite cereal or snack. The Zyliss has become our new go-to snack central for our household, keeping treats fresh and crisp.

Get it on Zyliss’s website starting at $12.99

7. Camino Diego

Editor’s Thoughts: From camino comes a collection of cylindrical containers that are perfect for desk and kitchen storage. They come in a beautiful line of color options from terracotta to concrete, with a quality that is unmatched.

Get Camino on Perigold for $49

8. Ebb Cooldrift Versa

Promising Review: “I have used the Ebb Sleep for a few months now and it has been a game changer. I wear it every night and it has helped me considerably to shut down, relax and ease into sleep. My sleep has been much deeper, too. I haven't been waking up during the night and I feel well rested in the morning. I feel great and am more focused and productive during the day. The packaging looks great, too. Thanks Ebb!” — Mark B.

Editor’s Thoughts: The Ebb CoolDrift is here for the cool sleepers. You can think of the CoolDrift as a headband that delivers cool temperatures to your forehead. The Versa in particular is ultra-portable, with a rechargable battery and sleek design. For me, I'm the type of person who will go as far as putting their pillow case in the freezer 5 minutes before bed, just to get that extra cooling sensation. The Cool Drift Versa is one of the best things I've ever introduced into my sleep schedule.

Get it on ebb for $349

9. Waves Puzzle

Promising Review: “Absolutely beautiful, and even though it looks simple, it offers a very nice Challenge!” — Victoria N.

Editor’s Thoughts: This is a gift for the master puzzlers. The waves iridescent puzzle is a jigsaw for the minimalist, with 49 eye-catching and color-shifting acrylic pieces. Made of laser cut lucite, the set has you on your feet piece-matching based on shape versus pictures or colors. The quality of waves is unmatched, and it makes for a beautiful coffee table statement piece and fun toy.

Get it on Waves for $40.

10. Aku Mat

Promising Review: “This mat has completely changed my life. I had been suffering from back pain for a while now and nothing was helping. I was a bit intimated by the spikes at first and eased my way into using my mat. I started out by laying on my mat for 5 minutes at a time and have now worked up to 15 minutes and the relief I feel is amazing. There is nothing like the Aku mat and I'm so happy that I discovered it. I would highly recommend the Aku mat to anyone who spends most of their day on their computer like me. It's the best option for busy people who need a healing solution at home!” — Anonymous

Editor’s Thoughts: For those of us into acupressure and acupuncture, the AKU is an easy at home solution that will have you feeling great. It evenly disperses acupressure spikes across the placed area and will not puncture, while increasing blood circulation. The item is well-constructed and is perfect to add to your workout routine.

Get it on Aku for $110.

11. Moment Telephoto Lens

Promising Review: “I’m obsessed!! This lens is definitely a must have! It’s a definite game changer! This lens paired with the pro moment app is amazing!!” — Crystal

Editor’s Thoughts: Moment offers a line of Tele lenses that are optimized for dual lens camera to achieve unmatched optical zoom. This is without a doubt the highest quality telephoto lens available, with the sharpest lens we've tried for any smartphone. With an easy installation, it's never been easier for anyone to pick up photography as a skill, or for parents that need to stop dragging out the iPad for any photo opp.

Get it on Moment for $119

12. AutoBrush

Promising Review: “Beautiful and powerful as well. The charging feature is totally a plus and Toothbrush box is awesome as well. Thank you,I will refer other people to purchase this product as well.” — Jessy T.

Editor’s Thoughts: AutoBrush is the future of brushing, with an automatic cleaning device that can both clean and whiten teeth. By having 360 degree coverage, the brushes hit all the necessary spots, allowing for the most thorough of cleaning. It uses high frequencies of 30,000 vibrations per minute to break up plaque and remove bacteria. AutoBrush has both an adult and kids version and is great for anyone looking to take the chore out of brushing. It's very comfortable to use, and my teeth felt shiny clean after. Kids also love how easy it is to use, while parents love how they don't have to worry about if their kids hit all the spots.

Get it on AutoBrush for $112

13. Luxome Bamboo Sheets

Promising Review: “Product showed up as advertised. Fit to my matress was good. Sheets feel very premium to me. My wife says they feel too much like satin vs other bamboo sheets we have had.” — Kevin D.

Editor’s Thoughts: With many of us forgoing travels this past year, it's high time we invested in some hotel-quality sheets. Enter Luxome, arguably the best bed sheets I've tried in my life. Made of 400 threadcount bamboo, they are the highest thread count of bamboo sheets currently available, while being more cooling and thermal-regulating than cotton sheets. This is probably the best sleep I've had in years with these Luxome sheets, soft, silky and feels like the 'cool side of the pillow'.

Get it on Amazon starting at $121.99

14. Savino Wine Saver Carafe

Promising Review: “Yes, a wine snob, 400+ bottle cellar, pretty solid palate, into more-subtle wines like burgundies, even (once) nailed a blind wine wine tasting of an aged Italian red. I have owned pretty much every wine preserving system, whether vacuum, air displacement, argon, or whatever. This little system works amazingly well, and does a better job than gas (unless you buy industrial tanks) and the vacuum pumps for sure.” — Jack S.

Editor’s Thoughts: The Savino is a wine saver carafe that combines beauty and function, creating the perfect preservation system for open wine. The carafe holds a float which serves to minimize oxygen contact with the wine and keep the wine fresh. This is ideal for anyone that is wanting to open a bottle just for a glass or two. This is a great housewarming or and hostess gift for the holidays.

Get it on Amazon for $49.95

15. Diamond Dog Screen Protector

Promising Review: “Love this product! Easy to install with the provided instructions. Very sturdy, not like the plastic ones that you get at Apple. Glass is scratch proof! Well worth the money for a decent screen protector.” — R. K.

Editor’s Thoughts: Diamond Dog screen protector is a new brand of screen protectors that are built with DiamondClad, carbon coating built to protect your phone. Diamond Dog notes that they are 3-6 times harder than competitor brands, and they certainly stand up to the test. We tried purposely scratching our diamond dogs with our keys and jewelry and not a scratch was seen. It also has a host of other features including water repellency and fingerprint resistance, making this the premium screen protector you don't yet have, but need to buy.

Get it on DiamondDog starting at $29.99

16. Oak Bottle

Promising Review: “I purchased an Oak Bottle for my dad for Father's day last year..Needless to say, I won Father's day #WINNING

Next thing you know, a Sherry infused Oak Bottle showed up at the house. It didn't stop there. My dad then gave my grandfather and brother their very own Oak Bottles for Christmas. I am telling you, you need to hire this man for your advertising. I swear, EVERY PERSON he talks to (which is a lot) hears about the Oak Bottle. I'm talking about every bartender, waitress, friend, coworker, even the people at the table sitting next to us at Cracker Barrel, OR the man pumping gas next to him at the gas station... It's getting mildly out of control.There are probably 10 of these things now floating around our family get togethers and holidays. Dads, uncles, grandfathers and cousins... they all love 'em!” — Carson

Editor’s Thoughts: For the connoisseurs in us, and especially those who want to start elevating their beverages. Want to start making your own liquor without the hard work, get the Oak Bottle. Age your own alcoholic beverages in a sleek bottle with a beautiful oak exterior, allowing you to add your own twist of a barrel finish to your favorite spirit. The Oak Bottle doesn't skimp on design either and serves as a great conversation piece for your countertops.

Get it on Amazon starting at $79.95

17. Curio Spice Co

Promising Review: “Claire and the entire staff at Curio Spice carry a lovely selection of unusual spice blends and spices in isolation. They have a nice balance of exotic and familar ingredients. I especially recommend the Supeq, Ferla, Edo, and Voatsiperifery. ” — Christina E.

Editor’s Thoughts: If you're looking to spice up your cooking game, look no further than Curio Spice. Curating the hard-to-find yet absolutely flavor-filled spices around the world, Curio is capturing the best of a multitude of cultures, all in one place. We highly recommend their gift sets, either as a gift set to yourself or to a culinary inspired friend.

Get it on Curio Spice Co

17. Toadfish Outfitters Non-Tipping Cup Holder

Editor’s Thoughts: Toadfish Outfitters is upping the beverage game, with their non-tipping coolers that use an ultra-powerful suction system called Smartgrip. The unspillable beverage cooler is the perfect gift for parents with uninhibited limbs, or for adventures on bumpy rides. Each cooler is equipped with double wall vacuum insulation and stainless steel.

Get it on Toadfish Outfitters

18. Skylight Frame

Promising Review: “I bought this for my parents so that children and grandchildren can send pictures easily. It was very easy to set up...did it at my house and then delivered it to them. So far so good!” — Ann M.

Editor’s Thoughts: Skylight frame is the digital photo frame that is the digital alternative to photo albums. Long gone are the days of hidden caches of photos stored on a multitude devices. Skylight allows you to email a photo to allow it to show up in seconds. This is a great gift for grandmas and grandpas who still haven't reached the digital age, and allows them to effortless view photos of fun memories and loved ones. Our favorite feature is the heart button, which is the equivalent of 'liking' a picture, allowing for seamless interaction.

Get it on Skylight Frame for $159

19. Baloo Blanket

Promising Review: “I am obsessed with this blanket! I have insomnia and anxiety so it serves a dual purpose. My therapist told me about these weighted blankets for PTSD and anxiety, and I had never tried one, but anytime I get an episode, I wrap myself up in this! And sleeping with it is amazing. I sleep like a baby! It relaxes your nervous system, and that is why it's great for anxiety and insomnia.!” — Gabe

Editor’s Thoughts: Baloo weighted blanket is a quilted blanket that is made of pure cotton with zero synthetic fill. With its natural materials and glass microbead fill, it avoids trapping heat and is cool enough for all year round use. Baloo is the equivalent of a cuddling spouse, all night long.

Get it on Amazon for $169

20. Bottlekeeper

Promising Review: “I love the Pintkeeper. Not only does it keep beverages cold but it has a great wide mouth top and a rubberized bottom that keeps it from slipping. I have given 2 as gifts.” — Cynthia J.

Editor’s Thoughts: Bottlekeeper is a brand that is leading the revolution for beverages. With products ranging from cankeepers to beerbottle keepers, they're all double-walled and insulated to keep your cold beverages cooler than ever, just as they should be. We particularly like their new PintKeeper, a whopping 20oz container that will be your new work and afterwork companion.

Get it on Bottlekeeper for $29.99

21. Geozilla

Promising Review: “We used the app in Paris. There was so much peace of mind being able to send it to my mom and sister. I didn’t have to worry how to call them, what hour is it over there... They would always know where my location is” — Stephanie S.

Editor’s Thoughts: The GeoZilla is a GPS tracker that helps you locate your loved ones in real time. The is perfect for travelers in new areas, or finding pets that tend to get themselves in all sorts of wild adventures. The GeoZilla tracker service plans start at $4.99, making it more affordable than ever to have peace of mind.

Get it on Geozilla for $99.99

22. The Fives by Klipsch

Promising Review: “I listen to a ton of music through my TV, Pandora. I watch a ton of news. I bought a denon heos home cinema bar, it was the absolute worst. Harsh, tinny, abrasive, turned thr treble to nothing, still bad. Absolutely unbearable. I had a Polk previously (it was fine, but a little glitchy.) So I decide to simply eat the heos system, give it to someone and maybe they could enjoy it. I bought the klipsch fives and all of the problems disappeared. Smooth buttery sound, clear deep base (no need for a sub). So easy to hook up and pair. Plenty of volume. Instantly paired to my TV remote. The smoothness of this sound and the clarity of this sound along with the depth of the sounds and tones can not be over stated. These are the perfect replacement for any soundbar and the enjoyment of the music is just unreal. You will not be disappointed” — John

Editor’s Thoughts: The Fives provides some of the most superior stereo surround sound that we've seen for under $1000. The pair of speakers has a simple plug-and-play set up that are handcrafted with real wood finishing and metal accents. It also comes with a magnetic removable grille that can protect the woofers and sound equipment behind. This is the perfect gift for the audiophile in your life, delivering premium sound that will keep you bumping music or Netflixing movies for hours.

Get it on Klipsch for $799.99

23. Link2Home

Promising Review: “Since I spend most of my time in the living room, this made a great addition to keep my phone and laptop charged” — Nadia

Editor’s Thoughts: The Link2Home Sofa Socket is a lifesaver. You ever been sitting there Netflixing away, feeling like you can't ever get up and then all the sudden, your phone dings and you're at 5 seconds left? Still don't need to get up though, with the SofaSocket. It fits seamlessly into any sofa or couch, making it easy and taking the ugly out of charging wires.

Get it on Amazon for $29.99

24. Jason Ratliff Art

Editor’s Thoughts: From Jason Ratliff comes beautiful pieces of art, such as the Sidecar Llama. A whimsical look with muted hues of green and taupe throughout, it's a statement piece with class. This Giclée art print comes with a numbered and signed certificate of authenticity, available on numerous mediums such as aluminum, acrylic glass, and canvas.

Get it on Curioos starting at $24.90

25. Spring Copenhagen Caravel

Promising Review: “The candle holder fits perfectly into my string shelf. Here he is an absolute eye-catcher. There were similar candlesticks in the 1960s. However, this one is more delicate and therefore looks very elegant and also quite interesting.” — Yvette E.

Editor’s Thoughts: Imitating the infamous masts of Portuguese caravels, Spring Copenhagen brings to life a design by Tonn-P, a remarkable walnut candleholder that truly stands out from the rest. The three mast supports of the candle contrast boldly against the spherical candle rests. Truly a piece for the ages, fit to bring a bit of architectural class to any home.

Get it on Spring Copenhagen for € 99

26. Cariloha Bamboo Duvet Comforter

Promising Review: “It is super soft and it is great to sleep with in the summer it doesn’t make you feel hot but it is also amazing in the winter because it because it keeps you warm” — Yvette E.

Editor’s Thoughts: Coming soon!

Get it this BF/CM for 30% off at Cariloha

27. Cariloha Gel Retreat Pillow

To match their new comforter ;)

Promising Review: “I love this pillow! I tried them all and this is my favorite, followed by the gel pillow. Doesn't get any better!” — Rachel